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Reading, Writing, Public Speaking, Study Skills and Stress Reduction
Lee G.

4.7 (11 ratings)

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My specialty is working with students who struggle with organization, reading comprehension, and writing. I hold a Master's in Reading and Language and am certified in reading and LD in NH and Mass. I recently retired but still have time and TLC for your student. I like to use stress reduction techniques, memory tricks and lots of active learning. After 25 years of teaching there is a lot of depth and variety to my repertoire. Generally, I work with tweens, teens and adults.

My specialty is working with students who struggle with organization, reading comprehension, and writing. I hold a Master's in Reading and Language and am certified in reading and LD in NH and Mass. I recently retired but still have time and TLC for your student. I like to use stress reduction techniques, memory tricks and lots of active learning. After 25 years of teaching there is a lot of depth and variety to my repertoire. Generally, I work with tweens, teens and adults.

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Education

BA Franconia
English Literature
Boston University
Masters
Notre Dame College Manchester, NH
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ADHD

ADHD

When the mind is unfocused, it impossible to learn. The first step is to STOP and choose to pay attention deliberately. I have 30 years of "mindfulness' practice that I will teach your child to use. I also have worked with ADD children and adults as part of 25 years teaching public school. The Special Education certificate I have is valid in Mass and NH. I can help.
Dyslexia

Dyslexia

I am certified as a Reading Specialist with a Master's in Reading and Language from Boston University. I also took a practicum from the University of Vermont - in the Orton Gillingham method. The brightest of my students that summer jumped 6 grade levels in 6 weeks. More recently, I used the Wilson method with two students from the FW Parker Charter school. I am dyslexic myself and understand what great determination it takes to master the mechanics of spelling and grammar.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a reading specialist at all levels plus a certified learning specialist in both Mass and NH. I hold certification in two states.
English

English

The English language is complex, idiomatic and very challenging for people. Whether you are just past phonics or delving into the Philosophical text of Emerson, I can help you make sense of it all. I have taught English to adults, high school, and middle school students for 25 years. I also have a Master's in Reading and Language and certification as a Reading/Writing specialist.
Phonics

Phonics

As a certified reading specialist, I know many methods to teach phonics. My practicum was at the University of Vermont at the Pine Ridge School using the Orton Gillingham method. Recently I used the Wilson method. There is also ... hooked on phonics, word families and the Stevenson method which is primarily Visual. The correct format to teach phonics, sight reading or whole language is usually determined by how the child learns best.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

For a decade I coached students for their GateWay presentations at the F W Parker Charter Public am currently a NH State Representative. As a part of that venue, I have spoken at over 20 public meeting on the issues regarding Fish and Game. Last Spring, I was invited to be a Guest Speaker for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America. I presented a workshop to 30 participates on the meaning of facial expressions, the emotion connected to them using Chimpanzees as the subject. As a mentor educator, I gave workshops for Teaching interns at the Theodore Sizer Teaching Collaborative over the six years of my association with the Parker School. Currently I am member of Merrimaster's Toastmasters in Nashua, NH.
Reading

Reading

MA in Reading and Language from Boston University author of Cognitive Yoga, Mindful strategies for teachers Professional Development in Reading/Writing/ Learning Disabilities Intellectual Functioning, WISC –Rivier College 7/2010 Special Education Law by Matt McAvoy –Parker Charter School 5/2010 IEP development and Progress monitoring–Lesley University 3/2010 Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators –National Conference, NYC 1/2010 Brainframes, Graphic Scaffolds for Literacy and Learning -Lesley University 10/2009 New England Society of Children Book Writers and Illustrators –Conference 4/2009 The Breakthrough: Turning on the Tuned-out Child –Fitchburg College 3/2009 Building Better Brains for Reading -Lesley University 3/2009 Executive Functions and Self-Regulatory Processes –Lesley University 2/2009 Increasing your success as a Reading Specialist –SERESC 10/2008 Reading in the Content Areas: Strategic Reading Skills —SERESC 5/2008 Learning Differences Conference –Harvard Graduate School of Education 4/2007 Making Learning Visible Project ZERO –Wheelock College 7/2006
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

The SAT paragraph are about vocabulary and the nuanced understanding for words in context. At this level passing requires more that just a basic understand of words- student must deal with tone, intensity and the relationship of the word to the style of the paragraph. A good discussion about meaning offers more to student growth than memorizing random words.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I have a master's degree in Reading and Language and certification as a special educator in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. I have taken advanced courses in Emotional/Behavior disorders. I have frequently worked with ADD, Non-verbal L.D students, dyslexic students and Aspergers Students. I consider myself an expert a helping student with organizational issues.
Study Skills

Study Skills

For a decade, I was the creator and program director for "Directed Studies" at the FW Parker School on Deven, Mass. I helped students adjust to the school standards and developed Assessment Tools and Diagnostic Profile for Over 700 Students the results generated advancement strategies Based On Strengths for All Types of Learners. In addition, I taught two semesters of pathways to college success that included time management, reading strategies, and the neuroscience of learning.
Writing

Writing

When beginning writers write, they often feel that their work ought to come out perfectly. But writing well is a process with many steps: choosing a subject and attitude, creating a structure for the ideas, organizing, word and sentence review, rewriting for clarity and power. I can create enthusiasm for the writing process and will teach step by step methods that help student succeed.
ESL/ESOL
GRE
Literature
Microsoft Word
SAT Writing
Vocabulary
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Excellent tutor

Lee is excellent at working with my daughter who partly has a Non-verbal Learning Disorder. Currently, Lee is helping her with the writing process and reading comprehension, and has really made a noticeable improvement to my daughter's confidence in these areas. Lee uses a blend of teaching techniques that are both classic and creative that my daughter can respond to. She is also a pleasure to work with.

Karen, 11 lessons with Lee

Understands what makes kids tick.

Lee has been wonderful! She is a creative teacher who helps draw the best out of our ADD 5th grader. She is teaching him strategies for writing that are helping him become much more comfortable with the process. Her patience and desire to find the best way to work with our son have been a godsend. And she was even willing to help when he was having a meltdown about needing a tutor. She stepped right in to help him understand that there's no shame associated with getting help. He went from hysterical to happy and engaged in about 15 minutes with Lee's help. He looks forward to the days she comes and I love that I hear the two of them chatting and laughing, all while he is learning!

Diane, 5 lessons with Lee

Great Tutor

Lee G is very good English teacher, she has good pronunciation and English language(specially grammar, vocab) ability. She has good personality, very kind and patient, She has his own method to learn English with fun. I think she will be very popular soon.

Sarmi, 12 lessons with Lee

Great Tutor

Lee is wonderful! She keeps my daughters interest. My daughter is eager for each lesson and the most amazing part she wants to do her homework assignments. Thank you Lee for your help. 9/6/12 Lee continues to hold my daughters interest and offer ideas for working through school challenges. Her experience is invaluable.

Diane, 16 lessons with Lee
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